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Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Raisin Bars Recipe

These tender bars from Rita Christianson of Glenburn, North Dakota have a sweet raisin filling tucked between a golden oat crust and topping. The old-fashioned treats are perfect for potlucks and cost a mere 20¢ each.

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Bake: 25 min.YIELD:36 servings

Ingredients

1 cup sugar

2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1-1/2 cups (12 ounces) sour cream

3 eggs, lightly beaten

2 cups raisins

CRUMB MIXTURE:

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour

1-3/4 cups quick-cooking oats

1 cup packed brown sugar

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup cold butter, cubed

Directions

1.In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon. Stir in sour cream until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into eggs; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in raisins. Cool to room temperature without stirring.

2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly.